FUNERAL NOTICES

ABBOTT née DILLEY – ANNE BARBARA

of East Langton, died after a short illness on 9th September 2025, aged 73 years. Anne is survived by her husband Steve. Private family funeral. All enquiries to J. Stamp & Sons.

ALLEN – ROBERT ‘BOB’

To donate to Bob’s chosen charities, Air Ambulance and Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed with family around him at home on 7th January 2024, aged 86. Beloved husband of the late Marion. Loved by those who knew him. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 31st January at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance and Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

ATKINS née JACKSON – PEARL

To donate to Pearl’s chosen charity, Salvation Army, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Middleton, passed away peacefully at home on 27th January 2024, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Paul, much loved mum of Carla and Maxine and a devoted grandma to Marco. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 23rd February at 11.30am. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

 

BALL – ELLEN

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 14th September 2025, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of Keith, loving sister-in-law of Ruth, auntie of Carolyn, Moira, Ricky and Carlo and friend of Lisa, Jo and Kate. Greatly missed. A Service of Celebration for Ellen’s life to be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 7th October at 11.30am. Flowers welcome and may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BAUMBER – JUDITH

To donate to Judith’s chosen charity, Cransley Hospice, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Weston by Welland, passed away peacefully at Cransley Hospice on 31st August 2025. Much loved daughter of the late Alf & Eileen and sister of Gerald. Judith will be sadly missed. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 22nd September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cransley Hospice may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BEGLEY – VALERIE ROSE

To donate to Valerie’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Husbands Bosworth, sadly passed away on 17th September 2025, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of John, mum of Steven and Jacqueline, grandma of Aron and Emma and great-grandma of Victoria. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 3rd October at 2.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BINDLEY – MICHAEL ‘MICK’

To donate to Mick’s chosen charity, Friends of St Dionysius’ Church, visit this page at Memory Giving

husband of the late Maureen, brother-in-law of Gillian, uncle of Adrian and Jane, step-father of Mark, David and John and great uncle and grandad Mick. Passed away peacefully at Rosewood Manor Care Home on 10th February 2024, aged 84 years. Private cremation. Service of Thanksgiving at St Dionysius’ Church, Market Harborough on Tuesday 27th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Friends of St Dionysius’ Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BROOKSHAW – SALLY

To donate to Sally’s chosen charity, St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Harrington, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Thorpe Underwood, Northants died on 29th January 2024, aged 68 years. Much loved wife of Oliver, mother of Amelia and Caleb and adored carer of a miscellany of animals. A huge hole in all their lives. Funeral Service at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Harrington on Thursday 22nd February at 12 noon, followed by burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St Peter & St Paul’s Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BROWN – COLIN

To donate to Colin’s chosen charities, Salvation Army and Epilepsy Society, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, sadly passed away unexpectedly at Kettering General Hospital on 9th January 2024, aged 82 years. Cherished husband of Fran, much loved father of Martyn, Vincent and Kate, loving father-in-law of Yvonne and Sarah, and a dear grandad of Claire, Sam, Bethany, Alice and Luke and great grandad of Thalia, Grace, Ivanah and Amirah. Service of Thanksgiving at Market Harborough Baptist Church on Friday 2nd February at 12.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Salvation Army & Epilepsy Society may made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

BURROWS – ARTHUR

To donate to Arthur’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

originally of Tur Langton, passed away peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 6th February 2024, aged 96. Loving husband of Enid, devoted father of Susan, Sarah, John and the late Sandra, a much loved grandad and great grandad. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 21st February at 12.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired for Air Ambulance, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors.

BUSBY – ROBIN

To donate to Robin’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Braybooke, passed away surrounded by his family after a short illness on 29th August 2025, aged 75 years. A much loved husband, father, father-in-law, grandad (Jobs), brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at All Saints’ Church, Braybrooke on Thursday 18th September at 12.15pm, followed by a cremation at Great Glen Crematorium. No flowers please. Donation, if desired, for Cancer Research UK, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

CALLIS – CELIA

To donate to Celia’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away on 29th December 2023, aged 84 years. Loving wife of the late Pete and a much loved mum, mother-in-law and grandma. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

CARR – KATHLEEN

To donate to Kath’s chosen charities, Derbyshire, Leics & Rutland Air Ambulance and LOROS visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, formerly Leicester, passed away peacefully after a short illness, on 8th February 2024, aged 96 years. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 23rd February at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Derbyshire, Leics & Rutland Air Ambulance and LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

CHAPPELL – JONATHAN RALPH

To donate to the family’s chosen charity Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving

died peacefully at home on 1st September 2025, aged 73 years. Much loved husband of Doreen, dad of Alissa and Rosanne and grandad of Finlay, Tess, Leo, Alfie and Joe. A Service to celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 17th September at 2:30pm. Please wear some blue in memory of Jonathan. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

COCKRILL – JOAN

To donate to Joan’s chosen charity, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 24th January 2024, aged 99 years. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Monday 12th February at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Redwings Horse Sanctuary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

COLEMAN – ANTHONY PETER – ‘TONY’

To donate to Tony’s chosen charity, RNLI, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Little Bowden, passed away peacefully at home on 20th August 2025, aged 81 years. Much loved father of Darren and Roxanne. Grandad to Luke, Max, Jake & Lydia. Brother to Michael, Susan & David. Friend to many.

Forever in our hearts, will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Thursday 25th September at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

COOKE – GARRY

To donate to Garry’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passsed away peacefully at Glenfield Hospital on 28th August 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved partner of Sandy, dad of Simon, Alan and Wayne and a dear ‘Grandad-pops’.

Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Ride free.

Garry’s last ride for a celebration of his life will be held at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 19th September at 11.00am.

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or  sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

CURTIS – ERNEST ‘JOHN / JC’

To donate to John’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Smeeton Westerby, passed away peacefully at home on 1st September 2025, aged 84 years. Much loved husband of the late Marilyn, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Friday 3rd October at 1.00pm. All who knew John are welcome to attend. Welsh rugby shirts are encouraged or please wear a splash of red. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

 

DANIELS – KIT

To donate to Kit’s chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

formerly of Nevill Holt, passed away on 5th February 2024, aged 76. Much loved husband of the late Heather, father of Christo and Flora, and grandfather to six grandchildren. Private cremation. Service of Thanksgiving at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Ashley on Tuesday 20th February at 12.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DAVISON – LEONARD ‘LEN’

To donate to Len’s chosen charities, Samaritans and RNLI visit this page at Memory Giving

 

of Market Harborough, passed away after a short illness on 27th January 2024, aged 83 years. Husband of the late Veronica, beloved father of Patrick and Helen, father-in-law of Jannette and Michael and a much loved grandad of Toby and Max.  Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Wednesday 14th February at 2:00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Samaritans and the RNLI may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DAY – JOHN ‘PIP’

To donate to Pip’s chosen charities, LOROS, Friends of Church Langton School and Home-Start South Leicestershire, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Lubenham, passed away peacefully at LOROS after a brave 19 month battle with cancer on 6th February 2024, aged 74 years. Devoted husband of Marise, cherished dad of Lawrence, Elinor and Chloe and a special grandpa of Caleb and Isaac. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Friday 1st March at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS, Friends of Church Langton School and Home-Start South Leicestershire may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DENNIS – CHRISTINE MARY

To donate to Christine’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed away peacefully on 15th January 2024, aged 84 years. Loving wife of the late Ken, much loved mum of Mark, Alison, and James, Denise and Di. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 29th January at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DINEEN – MARIA

To donate to Maria’s chosen charity, Age UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed away at Rosewood Manor on 15th August 2025, aged 101 years. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Market Harborough on Friday 12th September at 10:00am, followed by a private cremation. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Age UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DODSWORTH – PETER JOHN

To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Intensive Therapy Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, visit this page at Memory Giving.

formerly of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Barons Park Nursing Home, Kirby Muxloe on 2nd September 2025, aged 69 years. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 25th September at 10.30am. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for the Intensive Therapy Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

DORMAN – PAUL

To donate to Paul’s chosen charities, the Air Ambulance & Guide Dogs, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Husbands Bosworth, sadly taken from us on 17th August 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved son of Dennis, brother of Steven and loving father of Michael and Oliver.

Paul has left a huge void in our hearts and lives. Not gone, but just gone ahead.

Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Husbands Bosworth on Thursday 11th September at 10.15am, followed by committal at Great Glen Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Air Ambulance & Guide Dogs may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

FARROW – BRIN

To donate to Brin’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, to benefit Liver Cancer Research at Glenfield Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on 7th September 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Deborah. Brin will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity, to benefit Liver Cancer Research at Glenfield Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

FIELDING – IAN

To donate to Ian’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village on 30th August 2025, aged 89 years. A loving husband to the late Diana, father and grandfather.

Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Friday 26th September at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

FRENCH – LIONEL MICHAEL ‘MICK’

To donate to Mick’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

formerly of Little Bowden, passed away peacefully on 3rd January 2024, aged 87. Father of Jackie, Lisa and Marcus, and much loved Pop Pop to Timmy, Lana, Olivia, Amelie, Roman and Thea. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 30th January at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Alzheimer’s Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

GEORGE – BERYL LILIAN

To donate to Beryl’s chosen charities, LOROS and Mind, visit this page at Memory Giving.

formerly of Earl Shilton, passed away peacefully on 4th September 2025, aged 88 years. A much loved mum, mother-in-law, nan and great nanny B. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at All Saints’ Church, Yelvertoft, NN6 6LF on Friday 26th September at 11.00am followed by Burial at Greenhaven Woodland Burial Ground. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and MIND, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

GREEN – DIANA

To donate to Diana’s chosen charity, Breast Cancer Now, visit this page at Memory Giving.

formerly of Old, passed away peacefully on 14th February 2024, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael, mother of David and the late Susan, mother-in-law of Richard, grandmother of Rachael, Stuart and Elena and great-grandmother of Finn and Lochlan. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, Old on Monday 26th February at 12.30pm followed by cremation at Warren Hill Crematorium (Albert Munn Chapel), Kettering. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Breast Cancer Now may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

HAMILTON – SOPHIE MIRANDA

To donate to Sophie’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, sadly died at LOROS on 9th September 2025. Sophie was hugely loved by everyone and will be really missed. A Celebration of her life will take place at Bridge House Barn, Kibworth on Friday 10th October at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

 

For more information on Sophie’s Celebration of Life, please visit her page by clicking the below link:

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HARRIS – JANET LYNDA ‘JAN’

To donate to Jan’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, sadly passed away peacefully at home following a long battle against cancer, on 14th September 2025, aged 68 years. Much loved wife of John, mum of Damien and Rachel and mother-in-law of Lorraine, step-mum of Dee, Terri, Max and Doms, and adored by her grandson Ryan and all her step-grandchildren. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 6th October at 10.30am. Bright colours welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HARRISON – ERIC KEITH

To donate to Eric’s chosen charity, Nine and a Half Lives Cat Rescue, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Wilbarston, passed away on 7th February 2024, aged 72 years. Loving dad of Kelly and Sam, step – dad to Donna, much loved grandad of Riley, Laila, Bibby, Lacie, Poppy and Rosie, dear brother of Neil, Kenny and Rose and friend to many.  A Service of Celebration for his life will be held at All Saints’ Church, Wilbarston on Monday 26th February at 2.00pm, followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Nine and a Half Lives Cat Rescue may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HARRISON – MICHAEL

To donate to Michael’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Evington died peacefully at home on 3rd February 2024, aged 84 .  A much loved husband of Mary and a loving dad and grandad.  Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday, 28th February at 11.30am.  Family flowers only.   Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

HILL – GRETA

To donate to Greta’s chosen charities, St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon and the Market Harborough Baptist Church, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of East Farndon, passed away peacefully at home on 25th August 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Keith, much loved mum of Adrian, Clive and Graham, mother-in-law of Karen and Anna and a loving grandma and great grandma. Funeral Service at St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon on Monday 15th September at 11.15am followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired for St John the Baptist Church, East Farndon and Market Harborough Baptist Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HOBSON – GERALD ‘GERRY’

To donate to Gerry’s chosen charity, Breast Cancer Research Aid and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Court Care Home on 7th September 2025 aged 89 years. Beloved husband of Audrey, father of Rhona, Margaret, John, Richard and Marie and a proud and loving grandad and great-grandad. A long serving Prison Officer who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 2.30pm. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Breast Cancer Research Aid and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HOOPER – KEITH

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 25th August 2025, aged 81 years. Much loved brother of Reginald, Nevil and Valerie. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 9th September at 11.30am. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People may be sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

HOWKINS – MIKE

To donate to Mike’s chosen charities, Guide Dogs and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

Owner of F. Howkins & Son, North Kilworth, passed away peacefully at Leicester Royal Infirmary on 15th September 2025, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Gill. Will be greatly missed by his family, friends, colleagues and customers. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, North Kilworth on Tuesday 30th September at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Guide Dogs and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

JAMES – LEE

To donate to Lee’s chosen charity, The Brain Tumour Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away at Kettering General Hospital on 3rd January 2024, aged 56 years. A very much loved husband, father and grandad. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 31st January at 12.30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Brain Tumour Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

JENKINS – SUSAN ANN ‘SUE’

To donate to Sue’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, sadly passed away on 2nd August 2025, aged 72 years, following a short illness. Sue will be dearly missed by her husband Robert, and her family and friends. Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering, Northamptonshire, on Monday 15th September at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

KEIGHTLEY – ROBIN

To donate to Robin’s chosen charities, Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary and LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed away peacefully at home on 20th August 2025, aged 65 years. Much loved husband of Jayne, brother of David, Nigel and Karen, and adored uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 8th September at 1.45pm. Colourful and casual clothing welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary and LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

KELSEY – STEVE

To donate to Steve’s chosen charity, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 4th February 2024, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Lesley and father of Victoria and Alistair.

Steve will be loved and remembered for evermore. His humour, compassion and sense of adventure will live on within each of us.

Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium, on Tuesday 20th February at 09.30am. Donations for Practical Action, an international development organisation alleviating poverty, improving livelihoods and tackling climate change, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

KENDALL – PATRICIA

To donate to Patricia’s chosen charity, Marie Curie, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed away peacefully at her home in Thorpe Langton on 11th February 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Philip, loving mother of Susan, Anne and Sarah, mother-in-law of Ian and John and a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Private cremation. Service of Thanksgiving at St. Leonards Church, Thorpe Langton on Monday 4th March at 1.30pm. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

KERR – BILL

To donate to Bill’s chosen charities, British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 5th September 2025, aged 74 years at Leicester Royal Infirmary surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Claire, much loved dad of Katherine and Robert and a special grandad of Theia. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Market Harborough on Monday 29th September at 11.00am, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

KNIBB – MARILYN

To donate to Marilyn’s chosen charity, All Saints’ Church, Braybrooke, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Desborough formerly Braybrooke, passed away on 7th February 2024, aged 70 years. Much loved mum of Matthew, she will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Braybrooke on Wednesday 28th February at 2.00pm followed by burial in the Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for All Saints’ Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

MACK – DORA

To donate to Dora’s chosen charities, Dogs Trust and Guide Dogs for the Blind Association , visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, at home on 9th January 2024, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Gibson, much loved mother of Iain, Andrew and Alexandria, and a dear grandma to Lewis and Oliver. Requiem Mass at Our Lady of Victories Church, Market Harborough on Thursday 1st February at 11.00am, followed by Committal at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dogs Trust and Guide Dogs for the Blind Association may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MARSHALL – ANDY

To donate to Andy’s chosen charity, the Stroke Association, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away on 20th January 2024, aged 69 years. Now at peace. Husband of Sue, loving dad of Harry, Luke and Ben. Will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Tuesday 6th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Stroke Association may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MARTIN – PAMELA ANN

To donate to Pamela’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving

sadly passed peacefully away on 19th September 2025, aged 89 years. Much loved mother of Jeremy, Amanda and Sophie, and a loved and cherished nana of Oliver, Thomas, Brogan and Neve. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Thursday 2nd October at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MORRIS – PEGGY

To donate to Peggy’s chosen charity, The Friends of Ashby St. Ledgers Church, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Guilsborough, formerly Ashby St. Ledgers, passed away peacefully on 28th January 2024, aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Doug and loving mum of Pam. Forever in our hearts. Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration of Life at The B V M & St Leodegarius Church, Ashby St. Ledgers on Tuesday 27th February at 12.00 noon, followed by committal at Rainsbrook Crematorium, Rugby. Mourning clothes, with a splash of colour welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for The Friends of Ashby St. Ledgers Church – for restoration of the Medieval Wall Paintings may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MORSON – MICHAEL JOHN

To donate to Michael’s chosen charity, St Mary the Virgin, Welford, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Welford, passed away on 30th January 2024 aged 80 years. A dearly loved husband, dad and grandad. Funeral Service at St Mary the Virgin, Welford on Friday 16th February at 11.30am, followed by private burial in the churchyard extension. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St Mary the Virgin, Welford (where Michael was churchwarden for 21 years) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MUGGLETON – RACHAEL GILLIAN

To donate to Rachael’s chosen charities, LOROS, the New Normal and Hillside Animal Sanctuary, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 24th August 2025, aged 58 years. Loving wife of Nick, much loved mum of Rob and Laura, daughter of David and the late Maureen and sister of Karen and Alison.

A Service of Celebration for her life will take place at St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Great Bowden on Tuesday 16th September at 12.15pm, followed by a private family cremation.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS, the New Normal and Hillside Animal Sanctuary may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

MURPHY – ELEANOR SYLVIA

To donate to Eleanor’s chosen charity, LOROS, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Husbands Bosworth, sadly passed away on 16 September 2025, aged 79 years. Much loved wife of Brian and loving mother of Arwen. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Tuesday 7 October at 2.00pm. Dress code: anything you wish (within reason) – Eleanor’s wish. No flowers at Eleanor’s request. Donations, if desired, for LOROS may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

NUNN – ROY ALFRED

To donate to Roy’s chosen charity, Marlow House visit this page at Memory Giving

of Desborough, passed away after a short illness at Kettering General Hospital in his 95th Year on 2nd February 2024. Loving husband of the late Brenda, dad of Russell, Ashley and Julie and grandad of Joshua.  Funeral Service at Edgar Newman Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Thursday 15th February at 1.00pm.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marlow House, Vine Community Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

POUNDER – YASMIN

To donate to Yasmin’s chosen charity, Cat Action Trust, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away at St. Luke’s Hospital on 8th January 2024, aged 69 years. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 15th February at 2.30pm. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Cat Action Trust may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

RANDALL – SYLVIA

To donate to Sylvia’s chosen charities, Parkinsons UK and Dementia UK, please visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, previously of North Kilworth, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Brook House Care Home on 11th January 2024, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late Ming, loving mum of Keith and Kim, mother-in-law of Steve, special gran of Sophie and Georgie and a dear gran-gran. Funeral Service at St Andrew’s Church, North Kilworth on Tuesday 6th February at 1.00pm, followed by burial in the churchyard. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Parkinsons UK and Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

RANDLE – JON

To donate to Jon’s chosen charities, LOROS and Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully in his sleep, whilst on holiday with his family . Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, much loved dad of Teresa and Karen, grandad of Yvonne, Simon, Tim and Heidi and great grandad of Harry, Charlie, Lilly and Harrison. Will be greatly missed by all. Funeral Service at Albert Munn Chapel, Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering on Wednesday 1st October at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for LOROS and Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

REYNOLDS – ALEXANDER JOHN ‘JOHNNY’

To donate to The Johnny Reynolds Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Bullymore Lodge, Brigstock, passed away in his sleep whilst enjoying his harvest season in South Australia on 8th December 2023, aged 19. A much loved son, brother, grandson and such a good friend to so many.  Private family committal service and burial, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration of his wonderful life at Oundle School Chapel, Milton Road, Oundle on Friday 26th January at 2.30pm.

(For parking, please use the Oundle School Sports Centre Car Park close to the chapel from 1.30p.m. postcode PE8 4AB).

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for The Johnny Reynolds Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

To join Johnny’s service remotely, please visit: www.funeralstreaming.co.uk/viewing-room/39273

RONALD née DOUGALL – JEAN CALDER

To donate to Jean’s chosen charity,  Dementia Harborough, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, formerly of Cambuslang, Scotland, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side, on 20th September 2025, aged 78 years. Much loved wife of Sinclair, loving mum of Morven and David, and treasured grandma to all 6 of her grandchildren. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 20th October at 2.30pm. Dress code smart casual, something blue or tartan. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia Harborough may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SALISBURY née MARKS – SARAH JULIETTE

To donate to Sarah’s chosen charity, Mind, visit this page at Memory Giving.

Died suddenly on 26th August 2025, aged 57 years. Much loved wife of John and a loving mum of Jess and Tom. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 24th September at 11:45am. Please wear bright colours. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Mind  may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SEAR – ROBERT ‘BARRY’

To donate to Barry’s chosen charities, Cancer Research UK and Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital, visit this page at Memory Giving

passed away suddenly, but peacefully at Kettering General Hospital on 15th September 2025, aged 90 years. Loving husband of the late Sheila, dad to Sharon, Carla and Tina, grandad to Gemma and father – in – law to Garry. Funeral Service at Market Harborough Congregational Church on Wednesday 1st October at 11.00am, followed by private burial. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SIMONS – RAYMOND JAMES ‘RAY’

To donate to Ray’s chosen charity, Age UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully at Kibworth Court Care Home on 27th August 2025, aged 81 years. Father of Richard and Elizabeth and grandfather of Aaran. Funeral Service at St Nicholas’ Church, Little Bowden on Wednesday 17th September at 11.15am, followed by burial at Market Harborough Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Age UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SMITH – ARTHUR ‘SNOWY’

To donate to Snowy’s chosen charity, Dementia UK, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, formerly Torquay, passed away peacefully on 6th February 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of Ivy, much loved father of Paul and Gary, a dear grandfather of Laura, Rebecca, Ben and Sam and great-grandfather of Jack, Jemima, Freddie, Fergus and Frank. Greatly missed and forever in our hearts. Celebration of Life Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 29th February at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Dementia UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

SPOONER – BRYAN

To donate to Bryan’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Society, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Wing, Rutland, died peacefully on 12th September 2025, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Brenda, much loved father of Kerry and Nicky and a proud grand father and great grand father. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his Life will be held at St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Wing, on Wednesday 8th October at 2pm, followed by a Private Burial in the Churchyard. Refreshments in Wing Village Hall, all welcome. Family flowers only. Donations if desired are for Alzheimer’s Society, may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

STEBBING – ANN

To donate to Ann’s chosen charity, Market Harborough Community Church, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, formerly of Arthingworth passed away peacefully at Peaker Park Care Village, Market Harborough on 14th January 2024, aged 84. Beloved wife of the late Ron, loving sister of John, the late Monica and Leslie, and beloved sister-in-law of Derek and June. Funeral Service at Market Harborough Community Church on Friday 9th February at 2.00pm, followed by the cremation at Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired for Market Harborough Community Church may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

TEBBUTT – MICHAEL ‘MIKE’

To donate to Mike’s chosen charities, Prostate Cancer UK and the charities nominated by The Rotary Club of Kettering Huxloe Trust Fund, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Desborough, passed away suddenly at home on 3rd January 2024, aged 85 years. Loving husband of the late Mary, much loved father of Alison, Adrian and Peter and a dear grandfather of Alex, Erica, Ethan and Isaac and highly respected local Councillor, Rotarian and fellow of the IEE. For those wishing to pay their respects, the cortege will leave Ise Vale Avenue, Desborough at 12.00 noon, route to follow via Broadlands, Rushton Road, Dunkirk Avenue, Headlands, Rushton Road, Station Road, High Street and Lower Street. Private Committal. Service of Thanksgiving at St Giles’ Church, Desborough on Monday 5th February at 2.00pm. Mourners can park at Desborough Services Club and the Indoor Bowls Club car parks. No dress code, however colourful ties/scarves welcomed. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Prostate Cancer UK and the charities nominated by The Rotary Club of Kettering Huxloe Trust Fund may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J Stamp & Sons.

THODY – ROY

Roy passed away on 13th January 2024, aged 89, in his home city of Leicester. He had faced the two years following the death of his much-loved wife Angela with great courage, forbearance, and love for friends and family. The most kind-hearted dad, grandad, father-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, neighbour and friend, his compassion and good humour will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Private cremation to take place. A celebration of his life will be held at Christchurch, Clarendon Park Road, Leicester, on Sunday, February 25th at 2:30 p.m. Roy’s wishes were that people wear colourful clothes for the service – he loved nature and never stopped believing in magic. No flowers. Donations, if desired, for Combat Stress (veterans’ mental health) can be made via www.combatstress.org.uk or forwarded to J. Stamp & Sons.

 

TILLOTSON – PETER ROBERT

To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, Leicester Hospitals Charity, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Rothley, passed away on 11th September 2025, aged 90 years. Much loved father of James and Edward, loving grandfather of Sonny, Esther, Freddie and Alfie and elder’ twin brother of John. A Funeral Service to Celebrate his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 8th October at 12:30pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Leicester Hospitals Charity may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WATTS – BETTY

To donate to Betty’s chosen charity, Cancer Research UK, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 7th February 2024, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Sid, much loved mum of Jim and Penny and a special grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Wednesday 21st February at 11.30am. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WILLIAMS – MARIE

To donate to Marie’s chosen charities, Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People and British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, passed away peacefully on 4th September 2025, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Alan, mother of Neil and David, mother-in-law of Karen and Joanne, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister of Dorothy. Funeral Service at Great Glen Crematorium on Thursday 25th September at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People and British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons, Funeral Directors of Market Harborough. Tel: 01858 462524.

 

WILSON – PETER ‘PETE’

To donate to Peter’s chosen charity, British Heart Foundation, visit this page at Memory Giving

of Market Harborough, formerly Welford, passed away on 22nd January 2024, aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Sue, loving father of Colin, Lynn and Matthew, devoted grandad of Amelia, Jacob and Ben, brother and uncle. A Service of Celebration for his life will be held at Great Glen Crematorium on Monday 12th February at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for British Heart Foundation may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WOODHOUSE – LES

To donate to Les’ chosen charity, Air Ambulance, visit this page at Memory Giving.

of Market Harborough, formerly of Clipston, passed peacefully away on 28th January 2024 aged 84 years.  Loving husband of Jean, beloved father of Thomas and Claudette, father-in-law of Kate and Steve and a much loved Pap of Charlotte, Samuel, Joshua, Beatrice, Anne, Alice, Edward and Rose.  Funeral Service at All Saints’ Church, Clipston on Monday 19th February at 2.15 p.m. followed by private cremation.  Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Air Ambulance may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WOOLLEY – BEATRICE ‘BEATIE’

To donate to Beatie’s chosen charity, The Salvation Army, visit this page at Memory Giving.

passed away peacefully at Woodmarket House Residential Care Home on 6th February 2024, aged 99. Funeral Service at South Leicestershire Crematorium, Countesthorpe on Monday 19th February at 10.00am. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, for The Salvation Army may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.

WRIGHT – JEANIE

To donate to Jeanie’s chosen charities, WaterAid and NANNA (Northamptonshire Animals Needing Nurturing & Adoption), visit this page at Memory Giving

of Rothwell, passed away peacefully on 5th January 2024, aged 80 years. Loving Sister of Cecil, Aunt to Garry and Marie and a dear friend to many. Funeral Service at Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell on Tuesday 30th January at 11.15am, followed by private cremation. Please wear a splash of bright colour, to remember Jeanie. Anyone wishing to place a single white or purple flower on Jeanie’s coffin at the church, is welcome to do so. Donations, if desired, for WaterAid and NANNA (Northamptonshire Animals Needing Nurturing & Adoption) may be made online at Memory Giving or sent to J. Stamp & Sons.